Author: Lily

For Sauce: Char poblano peppers directly over a gas flame or under the broiler, rotating as needed to ensure the skin is blistered and charred on all sides. Use tongs to transfer roasted peppers to a bowl, then top with plastic wrap so the peppers steam. After 10 minutes, discard plastic wrap. Under cool running water, use clean hands to strip away the charred skin. Discard seeds. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat; add tomatillos, jalapeño peppers, green bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Slightly toast, turning frequently, until the mixture is aromatic and just begins to deepen in color.…

CrossFit is widely recognized for its intense workouts, functional fitness approach, and strong community spirit. While many people join CrossFit to improve their physical health, the mental benefits of this training method are equally powerful. CrossFit not only builds strength and endurance but also fosters resilience, self-discipline, and confidence. However, as with any high-intensity exercise program, balance is key. Without mindful participation, excessive physical demands can lead to burnout or injury, negatively impacting mental well-being. This article explores how CrossFit enhances mental strength, the psychological benefits it offers, and strategies for maintaining balance in training and life. 1. Building Resilience…

Very often, pork is available at a better value than beef at the grocery store. Whether roasted or stewed, it offers a tasty flavor profile that goes with many side dishes. These 15 pork dishes have just 5 ingredients each, including the pork, making them not just a good value but super simple to prep. Whip up one of these recipes tonight. Fried Pork Chops DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS  “These fried pork chops are so delicious! Why don’t I fry pork chops like this every week?…The chops were so juicy my husband and I didn’t even need barbecue sauce to…

Struggling with Hashimoto’s weight loss? You’re not alone and you’ve probably heard a lot of conflicting advice. Let’s clear the confusion by busting the three biggest myths that keep you stuck, so you can finally lose weight, balance your thyroid, and feel like yourself again. If you have Hashimoto’s and you’re struggling to lose weight, manage symptoms and reduce your medication, you’ve come to the right place. As a Registered Dietitian, I specialize in helping hundreds of women with Hashimoto’s to consistently lose weight without unsustainable low-calorie diets. You CAN reverse your thyroid imbalance, lose that stubborn weight and reduce…

Vegan Gingerbread Cookies are the ultimate Christmas cookies! Decorate them with sweet homemade vegan icing for the best holiday treat you can make together in just a few hours. VEGAN GINGERBREAD COOKIE RECIPE I love making Christmas cookies, and there’s no more classic cookie than gingerbread cookies! Decorate angels, ornaments, stars, and gingerbread people with these perfectly chewy cookies and homemade vegan royal icing. It’s always a toss-up between these and my lemon cranberry cookies for best holiday dessert. And did I mention they’re gluten-free, too? No one will guess these cookies are vegan and gluten-free with the adorable frosted…

This creamy mint yogurt sauce is the perfect cool and refreshing counterpoint to grilled or roasted red meats, seafood, and vegetables. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond Just like my tzatziki or my tahini sauce, some of the best Mediterranean sauces are the simplest.This cooling sauce, a quick mix of creamy Greek yogurt and fresh chopped mint with a little garlic, is a back-pocket recipe I can whip up at a moment’s notice that adds so much to a Mediterranean meal. The cooling essence of the mint blooms in the similarly refreshing tanginess of the yogurt; I find it’s an easy way…

December is usually an overwhelming month, lots of festivities and occasions occur in this month. The December holiday season is almost upon us, and as expected everywhere we turn there is another table full of food, and social gatherings ranging from office holiday parties to family get-togethers. It is very easy for you to lose sight of your healthy lifestyle during the holidays. If care is not taken, you could overeat, overdrink and avoid physical activity. The December holidays aren’t an excuse for you to forgo your healthy lifestyle choices, it is a time in which you must remain especially…

Columbus, our newest spot for a unique sushi experience is here: Hokkaido Revolving Sushi Bar! The slick new sushi restaurant opened recently in the Bethel Center, that bustling hub of international restaurants that includes Fiery Sky Asian Kitchen, Meshikou, New India, and many others. Hokkaido joins the one other sushi conveyor belt shop in Columbus, the Polaris location of the chain Kura Revolving Sushi Bar. Our one other experience with sushi bars like these is Kura, and while Hokkaido offers fun details like robots delivering dishes to your table, it’s not as flashy or over-the-top as Kura can be, with…

Have you thought about how many diets, detoxes, and plans you’ve tried in your lifetime? When we have new students join the Mindful Nutrition Method, on average, they’ve tried at least three diets, plans, or trends prior to coming to see us for sustainable solutions. The takeaway point here is that they must not work, right? Otherwise, they wouldn’t be coming to us afterward.  And guess what, our students aren’t alone!  This is becoming increasingly more common with so many new trends, quick-fix plans, and diets coming out weekly. This overflow in the health and wellness space is resulting in…

Be the first to rate & review! 1 Photo This sausage, egg, and biscuit breakfast Bundt casserole, a savory all-in-one breakfast in the festive ring shape of a Bundt pan, is a great answer to a chilly morning. Open to variations, it can also be sliced and frozen for an on-the-go breakfast. Updated on December 4, 2025